Clinical trials
Oral Cancer clinical trials
Below are recruiting oral cancer clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 282 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07217938RecruitingPhase 2
Testing statins for swallowing problems after radiation
This study tests whether a common cholesterol-lowering drug (pravastatin, a type of statin) can reduce swallowing problems caused by past radiation for head and neck cancer. If you have had radiation at least 2 years ago and still have trouble swallowing, this trial may help find a new way to ease those symptoms.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07739511RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Oral paclitaxel for HER2-positive breast cancer before surgery
This trial tests an oral form of paclitaxel combined with standard HER2 therapy given before surgery for HER2-positive breast cancer. It aims to find the best dose and see how well it works.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 18–70 - NCT06317389Recruiting
Study of cancer patients taking oral anticancer drugs
This study follows patients who take oral anticancer drugs and take part in a special monitoring program at Lyon-Sud hospital. It aims to understand what affects treatment safety and outcomes.
Pierre-BéniteAges 18 years+ - NCT04622462Recruiting
Testing a lab marker to predict oral cancer risk
This study looks at biopsy samples from mouth lesions that seem concerning, to see if a specific lab marker pattern can help predict whether oral cancer may be present or developing. It may help doctors sort which suspicious lesions need closer attention sooner.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 15–90 - NCT06589804RecruitingPhase 3
Testing cetuximab plus pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding cetuximab to the standard drug pembrolizumab works better for head and neck cancer that has spread or come back after treatment. It is for people whose cancer did not respond to platinum chemotherapy and whose tumors have a certain immune marker (PD-L1).
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06636734RecruitingPhase 2
Lovastatin plus pembrolizumab for advanced head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding lovastatin (a cholesterol-lowering drug) to pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy) works better than pembrolizumab alone for head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It's for people who haven't had immunotherapy before and aren't already on a statin.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06868433RecruitingPhase 1
TMV vaccine alone or with pembrolizumab for advanced HNSCC
This trial tests a vaccine made from your own tumor to help your immune system fight head and neck cancer that has returned or spread. It is given alone or with an immunotherapy drug (pembrolizumab) to see if it can shrink tumors or slow progression.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06662058Recruiting
Remote hearing test for head and neck cancer patients on cisplatin or radiation
This study tests a remote hearing test to monitor hearing changes in patients with head and neck cancer getting cisplatin chemotherapy and/or radiation. The goal is to catch hearing loss early so treatment can be adjusted.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07282483RecruitingPhase 2
Chinese medicine mouthwash for radiation mouth sores
This trial tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine mouthwash and oral liquid can help prevent or reduce mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. If you are getting radiation and are at risk for these painful sores, this study might offer you extra relief.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–65 - NCT04263298RecruitingPhase 3
Fulvestrant or capecitabine after chemo for metastatic breast cancer
This Phase 3 trial compares two medicines—fulvestrant versus capecitabine—as “maintenance” treatment after your first chemo helps control metastatic breast cancer. It aims to see which one helps people live longer with better disease control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06055868Recruiting
HIV, oral cancer, and health equity study
This study looks at the experiences of people living with HIV who also have oral or throat cancer. The goal is to understand health disparities and improve care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06566560Recruiting
Using unused cancer pills safely
This trial tests if unused oral cancer pills that were stored at room temperature can be safely given to other patients. If you take a room-temperature oral cancer pill, you may be able to help reduce medication waste.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges Any age - NCT07339774RecruitingPhase 2
Traditional Chinese medicine for mouth sores from radiation
This trial tests whether a traditional Chinese medicine can help prevent or reduce the severity of mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. If you are scheduled to get radiation for non-spreading head or neck cancer, this treatment might help protect your mouth.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–65 - NCT06130332RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy Plus Chemo Before Surgery for Early Oral Cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug (tirellizumab) combined with chemotherapy before surgery for early-stage oral cancer. It aims to see if this combination can help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06473259Recruiting
Comparing treatments for hormone-sensitive metastatic prostate cancer
This trial looks at combining hormone therapy with either chemotherapy (docetaxel), a targeted pill (like abiraterone or enzalutamide), or radiation to the prostate tumor for men whose prostate cancer has spread but is still sensitive to hormones. The goal is to see which approach works best for controlling the cancer.
Orbassano, TorinoAges Any age - NCT06736678Recruiting
Nutritional drink to reduce side effects from pancreatic cancer treatment
This trial tests a special nutritional drink (oral immunonutrition) to see if it can reduce side effects from chemotherapy and radiation in people with pancreatic cancer. It may help you feel better during treatment if you are at risk for malnutrition.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06722183RecruitingPhase 2
Futibatinib plus chemo-immunotherapy for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (futibatinib plus chemo-immunotherapy) for people with advanced colorectal cancer who have not had prior treatment. It aims to see if this combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
AmbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07754812RecruitingPhase 4
Oral paclitaxel with immunotherapy and SBRT before surgery for older adults with lung cancer
This trial tests a new way to treat non-small cell lung cancer in people aged 70 or older. You will receive oral chemotherapy (paclitaxel) with immunotherapy and focused radiation (SBRT) before surgery, hoping to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 70 years+ - NCT04105270RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab plus chemo with RMT for lung cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies a new treatment plan that combines RMT with durvalumab and chemotherapy in people with untreated advanced lung adenocarcinoma. It aims to improve outcomes by helping the immune system and fighting cancer cells together.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT03385720Recruiting
Saving the submandibular gland during neck surgery
This study looks at whether a specific way of doing neck surgery can help preserve the salivary gland under your jaw in people with early-stage mouth cancer. It may reduce side effects related to saliva, while treating the cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Up to 90 years - NCT05296941Recruiting
Oral cancer screening for early mouth changes
This trial tests an oral (mouth) screening approach to catch early, possibly cancer-pre-cursor changes. It may help you find warning spots sooner if you have specific mouth lesions.
Falun, Dalarna CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05941338RecruitingPhase 2
Tirelizumab plus chemotherapy before head and neck surgery
This Phase 2 trial tests tirelizumab combined with two chemotherapy medicines before surgery for certain head and neck squamous cell cancers. It aims to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes after the operation.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT05980702RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing 2 vs 4 rounds of chemo-immunotherapy before surgery for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether 2 or 4 cycles of pembrolizumab (immunotherapy) plus carboplatin and nab-paclitaxel (chemotherapy) before surgery works better for people with advanced head and neck cancer that can be removed. The goal is to see if fewer treatments are just as effective.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06623266Recruiting
Observation vs. neck surgery for early mouth cancer
This study compares two approaches for early-stage mouth cancer: careful observation of the neck versus a preventive surgery to remove neck lymph nodes. The goal is to see which strategy works better to prevent cancer from spreading.
ShanghaiAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for oral cancer?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 282 recruiting oral cancer studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a oral cancer trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a oral cancer trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.